2009 Audi RS4 vs. 2009 BMW X3
To start off, both 2009 Audi RS4 and 2009 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X3 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi RS4. 2009 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS4 | 2009 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS4 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
